The Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF) returned to North Carolina to co-host the 21st Annual Wine, Wheels & Wildlife event alongside longtime partner, current CSF Board Member, and immediate past Board Chairman, Richard Childress, at the picturesque Childress Vineyards in Lexington.

For more than 36 years, the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation has stood at the forefront of advocacy for sportsmen and women nationwide. As a trusted and influential voice, CSF works hand-in-hand with elected officials in our unmatched network of caucuses – the Congressional Sportsmen’s Caucus, the Governors Sportsmen’s Caucus, and the National Assembly of Sportsmen’s Caucuses – to champion policies that protect and promote our country’s incredible outdoor traditions. Through partnership, dedication, and policy engagement, CSF safeguards the rights and heritage of millions of Americans who cherish the outdoors.

“Every year, I look forward to hosting Wine, Wheels & Wildlife and sharing the room with likeminded sportsmen and women who are deeply committed to protecting our outdoor heritage and supporting the future of conservation in America,” said Childress. “As someone who has spent a lifetime enjoying the outdoors, I believe in giving back to the traditions that have given so much to me. The Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation does the critical work to defend our time-honored outdoor traditions, and this event gives us a platform to not only celebrate that work, but to keep the momentum going to help forge a bright future for the pursuits we all love.”

Wine, Wheels & Wildlife is one of CSF’s biggest events, and it has grown to become a signature event within the sporting community at large. The evening brings together state and federal lawmakers, outdoor industry leaders, conservation partners, and notable figures from the NASCAR world to celebrate the collective achievements of America’s sportsmen and women and focus in on a shared commitment to conservation and our time-honored pursuits.

This year’s event featured remarks from Representative Richard Hudson (NC), Will Primos, and Johnny Morris, along with a performance by Lee Greenwood. The evening was filled with stories of impact, a spirit of camaraderie, and a shared dedication to the future of conservation.

“We’re honored to have the continued support from Richard Childress, who makes Wine, Wheels & Wildlife possible year after year,” said CSF President and CEO Jeff Crane. “Since its inception, Wine, Wheels & Wildlife has become a cornerstone event for CSF, bringing together passionate people committed to protecting our outdoor traditions for future generations. From policy to partnerships, it all starts with connection, and Wine, Wheels & Wildlife delivers that every single year.”

CSF would like to extend thanks to all the sponsors who made this event possible. Title Sponsors: Bass Pro Shops, Cabela’s, Childress Vineyards, El Dorado Holdings, Inc., National Shooting Sports Foundation, Outdoor Sportsman Group, and Richard Childress Racing. And to our Host Sponsors: Ducks Unlimited, GunBroker, Hornady Manufacturing Company, International Order of T. Roosevelt, MVP Robotics, Nicholas Air, Safari Club International, Rivers & Glen Trading Co., Scheels, Shimano North America Fishing, Inc., and The Kinetic Group.